Pathway to the Starshttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pathway-to-the-stars--5869878
But it’s also an opportunity to celebrate the rich history of this country that has informed and shaped our culture, our national identity and our place in the world.

In this special SSN series, we endeavor to explore some of the stories that are uniquely rooted in the history of the Royal Canadian Air Force and Canadian aviation.
Welcome to Pathway to the Stars….]]>enHistoryCopyright Story Studio Networkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c53dd09caa3cd714434a734594646544.jpgPathway to the Starshttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pathway-to-the-stars--5869878Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:15:07 +0000Story Studio NetworkStory Studio Networkhello@storystudionetwork.comAs we approached Remembrance Day, November 11th, 2022, here in Canada, we took the opportunity to acknowledge and honour the years of service our veterans have afforded this country and the sacrifices they made, often with their lives, to fulfill...
But it’s also an opportunity to celebrate the rich history of this country that has informed and shaped our culture, our national identity and our place in the world.

In this special SSN series, we endeavor to explore some of the stories that are uniquely rooted in the history of the Royal Canadian Air Force and Canadian aviation.
Welcome to Pathway to the Stars….]]>false3821eccc-722d-54f1-b964-81056b9fb90fepisodicThe Avro Arrow Legacyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-avro-arrow-legacy--53974230
The Cold War story that continues to fascinate Canadians. What if the Avro Arrow program hadn’t been canceled? What did Avro contribute to innovation and the economy? Will Canada ever see anything like this again?

Featured voices in this episode:

  • Erin Gregory, Curator, Canada Aviation and Space Museum
  • Frank Cohn, radio host
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient: Trisha Virdee
Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53974230Tue, 23 May 2023 17:50:16 +0000Story Studio NetworkThis episode focuses squarely on one of Canada's continuing fascinations - The Avro Arrow. The Cold War story that continues to fascinate Canadians. What if the Avro Arrow program hadn’t been canceled? What did Avro contribute to innovation and the...
The Cold War story that continues to fascinate Canadians. What if the Avro Arrow program hadn’t been canceled? What did Avro contribute to innovation and the economy? Will Canada ever see anything like this again?

Featured voices in this episode:

  • Erin Gregory, Curator, Canada Aviation and Space Museum
  • Frank Cohn, radio host
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient: Trisha Virdee
Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>1389falsefullThe Sky's No Limit - Women in Aviationhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sky-s-no-limit-women-in-aviation--53974214
Brianna Ricketts holds Canada’s record for youngest solo flight by a female pilot. But did you know, 30% of Canada’s 2700 Air Cadets are women? We explore the contributions and continuing story of Canada’s young women pilots who are shaping the future of Canada’s aviation industry.
We also learn about the great work being done by the Northern Lights Aero Foundation and the Elsie Awards; Elsie McGill was the subject of an Historica Canada Heritage Minute; Elevate Aviation supports a wide range of disciplines in the aviation industry and their Inspire Awards; and Vi Milstead holds the distinction of being Canada's first female bush pilot.

Featured voices in this episode:
  • Chantal Gagnon, Historica Canada
  • Ric Gillespie, The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery
  • Brianna Ricketts, Captain, Air Borealis
  • Jennifer Blake, RCAF Foundation
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Grace Wilson

Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53974214Tue, 23 May 2023 17:48:23 +0000Story Studio NetworkIn this episode, we turn our storytelling lens on Women in Aviation. Brianna Ricketts holds Canada’s record for youngest solo flight by a female pilot. But did you know, 30% of Canada’s 2700 Air Cadets are women? We explore the contributions and...
Brianna Ricketts holds Canada’s record for youngest solo flight by a female pilot. But did you know, 30% of Canada’s 2700 Air Cadets are women? We explore the contributions and continuing story of Canada’s young women pilots who are shaping the future of Canada’s aviation industry.
We also learn about the great work being done by the Northern Lights Aero Foundation and the Elsie Awards; Elsie McGill was the subject of an Historica Canada Heritage Minute; Elevate Aviation supports a wide range of disciplines in the aviation industry and their Inspire Awards; and Vi Milstead holds the distinction of being Canada's first female bush pilot.

Featured voices in this episode:
  • Chantal Gagnon, Historica Canada
  • Ric Gillespie, The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery
  • Brianna Ricketts, Captain, Air Borealis
  • Jennifer Blake, RCAF Foundation
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Grace Wilson

Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>1549falsefullThe Amelia Earhart Toronto connectionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-amelia-earhart-toronto-connection--53974183

Amelia Earhart is one of the best known women in aviation in the world, but most have no idea she has deep roots in Toronto. In fact, some say a Toronto woman was the last person to ever hear Earhart over a shortwave radio.
Featured voices in this episode:
  • Chantal Gagnon, Historica Canada
  • Ken Swartz, Canadian Aviation Historical Society
  • Ric Gillespie, International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Ryan Khourchid

Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53974183Tue, 23 May 2023 17:46:10 +0000Story Studio NetworkAmelia Earhart is one of the best known women in aviation in the world, but most have no idea she has deep roots in Toronto. In fact, some say a Toronto woman was the last person to ever hear Earhart over a shortwave radio. Featured voices in this...

Amelia Earhart is one of the best known women in aviation in the world, but most have no idea she has deep roots in Toronto. In fact, some say a Toronto woman was the last person to ever hear Earhart over a shortwave radio.
Featured voices in this episode:
  • Chantal Gagnon, Historica Canada
  • Ken Swartz, Canadian Aviation Historical Society
  • Ric Gillespie, International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery
  • RCAF Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Ryan Khourchid

Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.]]>1268falsefullWho was William Barker? Canada's most decorated serviceman.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-was-william-barker-canada-s-most-decorated-serviceman--53974156
Featured voices in this episode:
  • Jason Wilson, Professor of History, University of Guelph
  • John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion, serves as Honorary Colonel for the Chief of the Defence Staff Office and Chair of the RCAF Foundation.
  • Rod Black, Sports Broadcaster
  • RCAF Scholarship recipeient Evan Schonfeldt


Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.
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Credits:
Executive Producer & Host - Dave Trafford
Host & Promotions - Erin Trafford
Chase Producer - Becky Coles]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53974156Tue, 23 May 2023 17:43:23 +0000Story Studio NetworkWe all know Billy Bishop, the Toronto Island airport is named after him! So why don’t we know about William Barker? Barker was Bishop’s best friend and colleague, the most decorated serviceman in Commonwealth history and, to this date, his funeral was...
Featured voices in this episode:
  • Jason Wilson, Professor of History, University of Guelph
  • John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion, serves as Honorary Colonel for the Chief of the Defence Staff Office and Chair of the RCAF Foundation.
  • Rod Black, Sports Broadcaster
  • RCAF Scholarship recipeient Evan Schonfeldt


Pathway to the Stars is made possible by the Royal Canadian Air Force Foundation.
Find out more about them at rcaffoundation.ca
Please share about this special series. If you do, tag both Story Studio Network and the RCAF Foundation to help spread the word.
Instagram:
@storystudionetwork
@rcaf_foundation
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/storystudionetwork/
https://www.facebook.com/rcaffoundation
Twitter:
twitter.com/storystudionet
twitter.com/davetrafford
twitter.com/rcaf_foundation
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/story-studio-network
linkedin.com/company/rcaf-foundation

Credits:
Executive Producer & Host - Dave Trafford
Host & Promotions - Erin Trafford
Chase Producer - Becky Coles]]>1735falsefull